motherfucker
UK: ˈmʌðəˌfʌkə | US: ˈmʌðərˌfʌkər
n. a highly offensive vulgar term for a contemptible or despicable person
n. (slang, sometimes ironic) a person who is exceptionally tough, skilled, or audacious
The word combines "mother," referring to a female parent, and "fucker," derived from the verb "fuck" (to engage in sexual intercourse). Historically, "fucker" was used as a pejorative term for a person, often implying aggression or contempt. The compound "motherfucker" intensifies this insult by invoking taboo imagery (incest), making it one of the most offensive slurs in English. Over time, in certain subcultures (e.g., hip-hop, military slang), it has been reclaimed or used ironically to denote extreme audacity or toughness.
The villain in the movie was a ruthless motherfucker who stopped at nothing.
"You gotta be one bad motherfucker to survive in this business," he joked.
He cursed under his breath, calling the driver a blind motherfucker.
The song’s lyrics celebrated being a "straight-up motherfucker" as a badge of honor.
She glared at him and muttered, "You lying motherfucker."